Tampa Bay visitors have a number of choices when it comes to buying new treasures. Whether you are looking for high-end fashion and luxury items or quality, quaint boutiques with one-of-a kind finds, Tampa Bay is the ideal place to find your perfect fit!

• Shopping Malls: Tampa Bay's transition into high-end retail began in 1998 and has since flourished with the opening of International Plaza (in 2001) further putting the Bay area on the map as a world-class retail market. With over 350 stores between International Plaza and Westshore Plaza, those in search of luxury and high fashion will certainly discover the perfect store.

• Explore the boutiques in Palma Ceia, one of Tampa's most charming neighborhoods. The antique red brick roads shaded by enormous oaks make this the perfect place to find some of the city's top boutiques. Park on the street and discover the hidden treasures located in this district that offers over 100 unique spots including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, restaurants and cafes. Stop in at Villa Rosa for fine linens, find distinct gifts and hand-blended teas at the Royal Team Room, and you'll find the latest styles and trends at DKM Accessories, Sweet Emotion and Why Not Boutique.

• Nestled on the outer boundary of the Swann Estates neighborhood in South Tampa, you will quickly uncover a shopper's dream – an exceptional blend of shops offering everything from home furnishings to the latest fashion. Park your car and just stroll from store to store –
  start at Carriage Trade Plaza, home to Smarty Pants, Kate MacKenzie Clothiers, Keys Country, You Boutique, and KT Janes. Then head south as you won't want to miss Apropos for that special-occasion attire or even JC's Boutique to find one-of-a kind, trendy apparel at an affordable price point.

• Nestled on the outer boundary of the Swann Estates neighborhood in South Tampa, you will quickly uncover a shopper's dream – an exceptional blend of shops offering everything from home furnishings to the latest fashion. Park your car and just stroll from store to store –
  start at Carriage Trade Plaza, home to Smarty Pants, Kate MacKenzie Clothiers, Keys Country, You Boutique, and KT Janes. Then head south as you won't want to miss Apropos for that special-occasion attire or even JC's Boutique to find one-of-a kind, trendy apparel at an affordable price point.

About Tampa Bay
A dynamic and diverse region, Tampa Bay enjoys an excellent quality of life. From the waterfront location to the Southern hospitality of its residents, the area takes prides in its vibrancy and welcoming spirit. The only city to be invaded by a band of pirates during the annual Gasparilla
celebration, special events and festivals are part of the area's cultural fabric. From balloon rides, strawberry farms and lush nature to walkable neighborhoods, the region's character is hard to match. It easily blends its rich, cultural heritage with big-city style. With much to experience, one
quickly discovers an exciting, authentic metropolis.